The Peru Gazette

The Clinton County Community Services Board is awarding over $400,000 in Opioid Settlement Funding to address prevention programs and recovery programs in our community. These funds originate through state aid/regional funding allocation from the NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) and direct funding to the County from the NYS Office of the Attorney General. Funding is available for multiple years and will require an annual proposal to be submitted each year as funding will vary yearly. Funds are available to any community-based organization. OASAS licensure or certification is not required to access funding.

The Community Services Board will be accepting proposals for two separate target areas, prevention and recovery. We are asking providers interested in applying for prevention funding to present creative and innovative proposals that address prevention and early intervention of opioid misuse for the population from birth through pre-teen. Proposals should include family education, social media education, social media monitoring, home-based services, and community interventions. For providers interested in funding for those in recovery from Opioid Misuse Disorder and any co-occurring Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health condition, proposals should encourage prosocial educational activities, life skill development and workforce engagement.

Agencies and organizations can apply for funding through Clinton County and the Local Governmental Unit/Community Services. All requests are to be submitted to Clinton County Community Services Board. Additional requirements and application information will be made available through the Clinton County Site. A committee of Clinton County stakeholders will evaluate and approve funding requests. Proposals need to be submitted by August 31st. If you want to learn more about this opportunity, contact Richelle Gregory, Director of Community Services at 518-565-4060 or Richelle.gregory@clintoncountyny.gov.